INNISJURA (POSSIBLY) - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Let's be clear: this site is often *called* the Innisjura, but its true identity remains a bit of a Scapa mystery. Whatever its name, we love this wreck for its approachable depth and the sheer amount of character packed into its 22.6-meter frame. Dropping down, you'll land on a surprisingly intact little motor vessel, often surrounded by a swirling soup of small fish. What makes it special for us is the way the light filters through the shallower parts, illuminating the dense covering of plumose anemones and dead man's fingers. You can easily spend a whole dive nosing around the engine room, peeking into the holds, and trying to trace the path of those infamous telegraph poles. It’s a fantastic dive for newer wreck enthusiasts in Scapa, offering plenty to see without the overwhelming scale of the German High Seas Fleet giants. Just be ready for the typical Orkney chill, even in summer.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.938465, -5.352819
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
32m

Marine Protected Area: Cailleach Head

Best Time to Dive in Scapa Flow, Orkney

The warmest water temperatures in Scapa Flow, Orkney occur in January, averaging 8.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.4°C (air: 5.5°C)
  • February: 8.4°C (air: 5.3°C)
  • March: 8.4°C (air: 5.9°C)
  • April: 8.4°C (air: 6.8°C)
  • May: 8.4°C (air: 9.7°C)
  • June: 8.4°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • July: 8.4°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 8.4°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • September: 8.4°C (air: 12.7°C)
  • October: 8.4°C (air: 10.2°C)
  • November: 8.4°C (air: 8.0°C)
  • December: 8.4°C (air: 5.8°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Nearest Dive Centres to INNISJURA (POSSIBLY)

Marine Life in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Home to 155 recorded species including 63 reef fish, 17 whales & dolphins, 12 sharks & rays, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for INNISJURA (POSSIBLY)

Based on average water temperature of 8.4°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 8°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories